Fresh Prepared Food Category Manager

Reports to: Head of K&M ProductAbout the CompanyAt Kitchen & Market, we believe good food is personal—and so is the way we work. We’re a friendly bunch, and we’re looking for a Category Manager who fits that mold. This role manages the full lifecycle of K&M products, including data tracking, launch timelines, seasonal transitions, and e-commerce, but it’s also a people role. You’ll spend real time in our stores, training retail team members, building trust with store leads, and turning first-hand observations into smarter decisions.Key Responsibilities:Category ManagementOwn K&M product performance across shelf fill, shrink, and sales.Review product performance across all categories; identifying opportunities for adjustments, discontinuations, and growth opportunities.Align on product margins and retail pricing with the product team; oversee the item review process.Spend one day per week in stores to build relationships, gather first-hand insights, and support team training. Spend the rest of your week in our SODO commissary office.Project ManagementCreate and manage timelines for all product launches, seasonal swaps, and discontinuations, in coordination with the product team.Implement and maintain ECRS and DCG systems; train order writers and coordinate ongoing support with store leadership.Product AnalyticsSet and manage ECRS order parameters; oversee product costing databases (ChefTec and ECRS) to maintain accurate retail prices and cost data.Manipulate data from multiple sources to create useful reports for a variety of different audiences.E-CommerceMaintain Shopify and supporting platforms for holiday and special event e-commerce.Collaborate with the product team to execute holiday meal kits, including assortment, ordering, timelines, and delivery logistics.What We’re Looking For3+ years in category management, product management, retail operations, or food & beverage, with exposure to both in-store and e-commerce environments.Strong analytical skills—comfortable pulling reports, spotting trends, and translating data into clear recommendations.Familiarity with category management principals and strategy.Experience with POS/inventory platforms.Hands-on experience with Shopify or similar e-commerce platforms, including seasonal campaigns and order logistics.Strong communicator and relationship-builder across store teams, operations, and product stakeholders.A passion for food and the K&M customer experience.Compensation & BenefitsSalary: $80,000–$90,000 per year, depending on experience. In accordance with Washington State law, this wage range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to pay for this position.Health, dental, and vision insurance optionsFree and discounted foodFree ORCA card (regional transit pass)